"W"

The weather vane or tribal banner

First aett, Eighth rune

Relationship and interaction of beings 
descended from the same source

Joy, pleasure, hope, delight, kinship, 
fellowship, wonderment

Ash

Flax

Diamond, golden topaz, amber, citrine, 
rutilated quartz, clear quartz, 
herkimer diamond

Gold

October Thirteenth thru October Twenty Eighth

Seven Thirty p.m. thru Eight Thirty p.m.

The Germanic name: Uuinne (Wunjo)
 The Norse name: Vend
 The Anglo Saxon name: Wynn
 The Norwegian name: Wynn

Wunjo means joy, that elusive state of 
harmony that sometimes exists in the 
chaotic world. This rune deals with the 
wights, the spirits in all things.For 
instance, every tree has a wight or a 
spirit that resides within it. Wunjo 
is the midpoint between opposites, 
where alienation and anxiety disappear.
It is the rune of fellowship, comradery, 
shared aims, and general well being.
 With Wunjo, joy can be found by coming 
into balance. One example is the weather 
vane, which moves in harmony with the 
prevailing currents of air. This is akin 
to the joy found in the ecstatic shamanic 
state of bliss, that place where the 
spirit can journey and experience pleasure 
and peace outside the body. The W rune 
represents the energetic harmony of two 
people who make honor and integrity their 
first consideration. In this way, the 
individual can best maintain his/her 
freedom.

Frey He was the sunshine, and as 
such his day of power was the winter 
solstice, when the sun begins to 
grow brighter and the days longer.
 Wodan Another name for Odin, it is 
he who ruled the light half of the 
year, from the winter solstice to 
the summer solstice.
 Uller God of winter, archery, and 
the hunt, he ruled the dark half of 
the year, from the summer solstice 
to the winter solstice. His weapon 
was a longbow made of yew, the best 
wood for a bow, and he lived in a yew 
grove in Asgard. He was the son of Sif 
and the stepson to Thor.

Boar, wolf, raven, horse, 
stag, hound, lion, bluebird, 
dolphin, dove, hummingbird, 
elephant, kingfisher, cat,
bee, spider

Earth

Eight

Leo

The Sun

Wunjo is referred to as the 
"Golden Age." One of Odin's two 
hundred other names was Oski, 
"fulfiller of wishes." Contained 
in this title was the name Wuldor,
who is Uller, stepson of Thor.
 Also from Wunjo comes the 
concept of the glory twigs, 
symbols connected with acts 
of magic and the realization 
of true will. Glory twigs in 
Anglo Saxon are named "Wuldortanas." 
Twigs from trees are still used 
for runic divination.

Strengthens social links and bonds
 Increases your sense of joy and happiness
 Binds runes toward specific purposes
 Accesses your ancestral family ties, 
which can be on many energy levels
 Links runic energies together into one

Wunjo, wunjo, wunjo,
 Wu wa wi we wo
 Wun wan win wen won
 Wo we wi wa wu
 W w w u u u u n n n n n 

The depiction is akin to the 
weather vane on old barns, 
showing which way the wind 
blows. "Wend" also means to 
change the direction of something, 
to turn and run with or against 
the wind. Wendrunes are runes 
written backwards. Because of 
its ability "to turn things around" 
or to change situations to your 
advantage, Wunjo is the ideal rune 
to turn the tide and ensure victory.
 The W rune stands for the mystery 
of the harmonious existence of varied, 
but complementary energies. It binds 
different energetic fields together, 
and is therefore an invaluable rune 
in magic. Also, because it is 
connected to wishes, it is one of 
the most magically charged runes. 
In the Thurisaz rune, this power 
is no more than a potentiality, 
while in Wunjo it becomes fully 
realized. When used correctly, 
Wunjo puts you in touch with great 
power, and helps you to actualize 
your goals and aspirations.
 Wunjo brings good fortune, joy, 
and reward. Because of this it is 
perceived as the happiness rune. 
It also symbolizes Oneness, 
including both the divine and 
material worlds.
 The Rune of Joy and Pleasure a 
very positive sign indicates that 
things are finally going your way 
and powerful forces will soon enter 
your life. In reversal it means the 
opposite.
 Wunjo is the last rune of the first 
aett representing the end of one cycle 
and preparations for the next one. This 
is an exceptionally positive stable rune.
Christians connect it with the Sky although 
it really corresponds better to the preChristian 
Nordic Valhalla which means Paradise, however 
only in a limited rather than lasting sense.
 Same as in case of the wealth denoted by 
Fehu the glory spoken of by Wunjo is just 
illusion. Achieved has been success on one 
level only with many lessons remaining to 
be learned. This however is a good place 
to stop for a moment and rest which is 
supposed to secure strength to us 
necessary for further advancement. Wunjo 
also opens perspectives for us offering a 
new view and insight into the path we have 
taken. It opens brilliant new possibilities 
for us but if we let ourselves believe that 
we can reach and accomplish such in a fast 
manner and without strain they will disappear 
like a flash of lightning.
 When used in divination it signifies success, 
recognition of execution, just reward, joy, 
blessedness, attainment of goals,
satisfaction, and fulfillment.

For use in magik for success in every 
endeavour for motivation for completion 
of tasks

When Wunjo is drawn in its upright 
position it suggests happiness and 
pleasure. This is an exceptionally 
good rune regardless of where it 
happens to lie in the spread, especially 
if it appears in future aspects or 
as the outcome. The rune means the full 
balance of satisfaction and peace however 
also calm before the change.
 Wunjo announces appearance of an 
unknown fair haired man who has recently 
returned from a rather long lasting trip. 
If the question is asked by a woman she 
is going to have an emotional relationship 
with that man. If the question is asked by 
a man he is going to have business relations 
with the announced person or to spend time 
with such which will turn into friendship.
 Wunjo signals travelling over water on 
business or vacations which can possibly 
prove very successful and pleasant.

Fehu Uruz Thurisaz Ansuz Raidho Kenaz
Gebo Wunjo Hagalaz Naudhiz Isa Jera
Eihwaz Perdhro Algiz Sowilo Tiwaz Berkana
Ehwaz Mannaz Laguz Ingwaz Othala Dagaz


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